UPDATE (Monday, February 9, 2026): All City and County of Honolulu all City and County of Honolulu offices, facilities and services will resume normal business operations on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, following improved weather conditions across Oʻahu.
HONOLULU — In response to ongoing severe weather conditions and potential threats to the health and safety of Oʻahu residents, Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi on Sunday issued an emergency proclamation and ordered the closure of all non-essential offices and services of the City and County of Honolulu through at least Monday, February 9, 2026.
Non-essential City and County of Honolulu personnel should not report to work on Monday. A memorandum notifying department and agency leaders of the directive was signed by Mayor Blangiardi on Sunday afternoon.
The City had previously announced that many public outdoor facilities — including the Honolulu Zoo, botanical gardens and municipal golf courses — would be closed through at least Monday. Overnight camping at all City and County of Honolulu campgrounds was suspended at 6 p.m. on Saturday, with the closure lasting through Wednesday, February 11.
The gymnasium at Bill Balfour Jr. Waipahū District Park will be closed to the public beginning Saturday, February 7 so participants of the H.O.N.U. (Homeless Outreach and Navigation for the Unsheltered) program can be safely sheltered within the building during the severe weather.
Residents and visitors should also prepare for significant disruptions to island-wide transportation networks, including potential road closures, traffic signal outages, and transit delays. Skyline will operate as scheduled, but TheBus and TheHandi-Van services could be paused due to worsening weather conditions and unsafe wind speeds for operations of high-profile vehicles like City buses.
Private businesses and event organizers on Oʻahu are also urged to be aware of severe weather conditions and the threat of dangerous winds and heavy rains, and to make informed decisions about whether to continue with planned events on Sunday and Monday — especially those scheduled for outdoor venues.
“Now is not the time to take risks, and we want everyone on Oʻahu to be smart and stay safe while this severe weather system passes through the state,” said Mayor Rick Blangiardi. “We are encouraging everyone to postpone outdoor activities if at all possible, and to closely monitor official advisories and updates from emergency officials.”
During a severe weather event with strong and dangerous winds, residents should do everything they can to stay ready for potential impacts, including:
- Conserve Water: Limit use to essential needs such as cooking, drinking, and personal hygiene. Please postpone non-essential uses, including car washing, irrigation, and other outdoor water use, until further notice.
- Prepare for power outages: Keep back up batteries for flashlights, cell phones, and medical equipment charged and ready. Fill water containers. Turn your refrigerator and freezer to their coldest settings.
- Protect your home: Secure outdoor items so they do not become projectiles in high winds.
- Avoid activities that can spark fire: Avoid using open flames or tools that may spark. Do not park on dry grass.
- Use caution when outdoors: Limit outdoor activities. High winds can cause falling rocks or branches and dangerous ocean conditions. Use caution when driving, especially high-profile vehicles.
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